Mechanical Engineering Lab Tech

Romac Industries, Inc.; Bothell, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus

Year-end bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

FSAs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Romac Industries, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Lab Technician to support product development through hands-on testing, data recording, and demonstration setup. You will work with Engineering, Production, Quality Assurance, and Sales to drive innovation and improve products.

The role emphasizes rigorous testing, safety, and a structured environment, with a strong focus on growth across engineering and production teams. On-site hours are Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:30pm in Bothell, WA.

Qualifications

• Hands-on ability to test and measure products.
• Safety-focused approach in testing environments.
• Experience with basic metrology and measurement tools helpful.
• Technical degree or hands-on experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests to evaluate existing and new products, setting up tests and recording data.
• Perform dimensional inspections with metrology tools to ensure standards.
• Set up and demonstrate products for tours and visitors.
• Carry out routine safety inspections to maintain a clean, safe testing space.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

Technical degree or experience

Tools

Impact wrenches

Torque wrenches

Skill saw

Gas-powered cut off saw

Job description

Step into an exciting opportunity as a ROMAC Engineering Lab Technician. You’ll gain hands‑on experience working alongside our Engineering, Production, Quality Assurance, and Sales teams, giving you strong opportunities for growth, learning, and career development within the organization. This is a fast‑paced, engaging role where your contributions directly support product innovation and improvement—helping Romac continue shaping the future of sustainable water distribution.

Hours:

Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:30pm

What You’ll Do

• Conduct tests to evaluate existing and new products. This will include working with Engineering and/or Quality staff to set up and conduct tests, record data, and provide observations detailing the test results
• Perform dimensional inspections using a variety of metrology equipment to ensure every product meets the highest standards
• Set up and execute demonstrations (including burst demos) that showcase our products in action for tours and visitors
• Perform routine safety inspections to maintain a clean, organized, and secure testing environment

What You’ll Bring

• Ability to use safety equipment and power tools such as impact wrenches, torque wrenches, skill saw, gas powered cut off saw, etc.
• Ability to work in a hands‑on capacity including lifting weights up to 35 lbs while demonstrating good safety practices and common sense
• Ability to take accurate measurements with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, outside diameter tape, and other measuring tools
• Robust organization skills and cleanliness to facilitate efficiency in the workplace
• Technical degree or experience is a plus

Base Compensation Range:

$22.25-$28.61 per hour. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of individual factors, including education and experience, as well as internal equity. Our salary ranges are reviewed and updated each year and employees are eligible for pay increases based on individual performance.

Benefits:

At Romac, investing in our people is a top priority. In addition to competitive and equitable pay, employees are eligible for a quarterly discretionary profit‑sharing bonus and a year‑end bonus. We also provide comprehensive benefits to support employees and their families, including medical, dental, and vision insurance (with a 100% employer‑paid medical plan option for employee‑only coverage), a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, short and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and cell phone discounts.

Why Join Romac?

Since 1969, Romac has been dedicated to “connecting people to water” by designing and manufacturing innovative, high‑quality American waterworks products. But our mission goes beyond products, it’s about people. We’re proud to create a workplace where employees can grow, contribute, and thrive while making a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

Our culture is built around four Core Values:

• ONE ROMAC – Through humility, integrity, and determination we work together as ONE, to accomplish the objectives and priorities of the business.
• PEOPLE FIRST – We care about the well‑being and success of every person. Relationship development is central to everything we do.
• CULTURE OF SOLUTIONS – We are curious, open and flexible as we solve problems and strive to continuously improve.
• ALL-IN ATTITUDE – We are committed to excellence and fully engaged in moving the company forward.

Romac is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship based on a protected status or characteristic, as defined by federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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